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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jane think Figan made a good alpha male?
(a) He set up a democratic committee.
(b) He maintained rule through alliances.
(c) He took no nonsense.
(d) He always listened.

2. What do chimps use to make pillows?
(a) Each other.
(b) Carcasses.
(c) Leaves and twigs.
(d) Moss and mud.

3. Why did Goodall prefer Rashidi to Adolf?
(a) He could run faster.
(b) He had sharper eyes.
(c) He was more handsome.
(d) He was a better companion.

4. What does Jane say is the only animal more fascinating than the chimpanzee?
(a) The monkey.
(b) The human.
(c) The dog.
(d) The cat.

5. What was the name of the red brick house Jane lived in with Danny, her mother, and Judy?
(a) The Red Ballonn.
(b) The Shire.
(c) The Birches.
(d) Ridings.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is known as the father of ethology?

2. What kind of boating does Jane say is harder than canoeing?

3. What did Goodall use to take notes while observing chimps?

4. Where did Leakey and his wife sleep?

5. Derek, Grub, and Goodall were involved in ___________.

(see the answer key)

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